We do need a return to individual integrity, self-reliance, and old-fashioned gumption. We really do.

The fact that they were there as students presumed they did not know what was good or bad. That was his job as instructor...to tell them what was good or bad. The whole idea of individual creativity and expression in the classroom was really basically opposed to the whole idea of the University.

She must protect herself. There would be no one to do it for her. A plan started to prick up its ears inside her, slowly, but getting stronger.

I really don't mind dying because I figure I haven't wasted this life.

When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everyone will respect you.

I happen to be of an almost extinct breed, an old-fashioned gentleman--which means I can be a real revolving son of a bitch when it suits me.